Update to Library Hours



We will be closed on Monday, February 19 for Presidents' Day.

Welcome aboard, Alyssa Drake!

Alyssa has been working in libraries for about seven years and is thrilled to join the team at the Ledyard Public Library. She grew up in North Stonington and Mystic, and just moved back to the area after being in Oregon for a few years. When she's not telling everyone how amazing libraries are, she's probably drawing, painting, watching movies, or reading. Currently, she's diving into Lord of the Rings! Stop in and see her at the Ledyard Library in Gales Ferry. 

I love Ledyard Library because...

February is National Library Lover’s month, and we are asking our patrons and community members what they love about the Ledyard Library. Stop by anytime during the month of February to fill out a heart stating what you love about your library.



If you have a little extra love for your library, consider making a donation. All of our programming funding comes from donations, fundraising, and grants.

Thank you to the following donors for their generous contributions

Erin and Kyle Quada

You are supporting library excellence for the residents of Ledyard and Gales Ferry and are helping us carry out our mission. We are very grateful!

Honoring Black Voices

In honor of Black History Month, and throughout the year, we celebrate Black authors and their tremendous contribution to literature, past and present. Looking for your next great read or a recommendation? Check out our special displays recognizing Black authors in both library buildings this month!

Tax Forms are available



Ledyard Library now has the Federal 1040 and 1040-SR tax forms available to pick up for free. The accompanying instruction booklet for these forms are coming soon.

If you require a different Federal form or a State form, our staff can assist you with printing for the standard printing fee of 10 cents per page.

Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD) is an international initiative that encourages families to take their children to their local library. Launched in Connecticut in 2011, TYCLD raises community awareness about the importance of the library in a child's life and promotes library services and programs for children and families. Join the celebration with us on Saturday, February 3!

Celebrating Community: Black History Month R

Tuesday, February 27

4:00 p.m.

Bill Library

Signing YOUTH!

Wednesday, February 7 R, 14 R, 21 R

4:30 p.m.

Bill Library

The Friends of the Ledyard Library generously provide several free and discounted passes to local museums, cultural centers, and area attractions. Have some inexpensive and educational fun by simply checking out a pass at either Bill or Gales Ferry Library. Click here for a detailed listing of passes and discounts.

Beth

Woman In Gold



Erica

You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose

Jen

Will to Wild: Adventures Great and Small to Change Your Life by Shelby Stanger

Laura

The Bookbinder by Pip Williams

Lorraine

Honest Aging: an insider's life to the second half of life by Rosanne M. Leipzig

Click on the above selections to place a hold online,

or call us and we can place the hold for you.

Next meeting: Thursday, April 11 at 7:15 p.m. at Bill Library. All are welcome to attend. We will be holding elections for a Secretary, Vice President, and Member at Large. We hold four meetings a year and have a 3-4 fundraisers a year. Please reach out with your questions.

Special library days: February is Library Lover's Month, and February 14 is Library Lover's Day

Ongoing book sales: Remember to visit the sales at both library buildings - in the meeting room at Bill Library, and the Book Cellar at Gales Ferry Library, open during normal library hours. All sales go toward support of the library.

What we need: Volunteers! Please consider joining our small group.

Sarah Desormier, President

860 464-9538

FOLLPresident@gmail.com

The archive is open Mondays from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.

Our new website is live! Visit us at ledyardhistory.org. We are working on a ‘Shop’ page where you can purchase our local history books and maps, update your membership, or make a donation. In the meantime, purchases may be made anytime at both library buildings.



Email us your questions about Ledyard and Gales Ferry history or local families. Donations or loans for digitizing are welcome. Appointments to visit the archive or to make a donation may be arranged by emailing Andrea Buka at research@ledyardhistory.org.

Contact Social Services at 860-464-3222 to book an appointment or click on the link below:

Energy Assistance | Ledyard, CT - Official Website